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Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado is a stunning reminder of the ancestral Native Americans who inhabited the vast desert. With spectacular views and incredible archaeology, it's one of the best places to explore and learn the history of the area. The park itself covers over 5000 acres of land, dotted with 600 cliff dwellings built by the Ancestral Puebloan people between 600-1300 AD. Explore the cliffside dwellings and hike through the canyons and along the mesa tops, which offer beautiful views of the distant La Plata Mountains. Take in the many archeological sites, as well as the extraordinary wildlife and flora. From May to October, the park offers ranger-led tours and guided hikes to explore the Ancestral Puebloan artifacts and cultural sites. Admission is $15 per vehicle and permits camping. With its world-renowned archaeological sites and breathtaking desert landscape, Mesa Verde National Park is a must for travelers and photographers.